Wednesday, August 2, 2023

The Problem with Numbers 

Matthew 14:13-21

We see where Jesus is. Where is the church?


Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The Greatest of Shrubs 

Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52

A God whose kingdom can be compared with something like a mustard seed is probably not going to stop short of using other unlikely things.


Wednesday, July 12, 2023

No Seeds Wasted 

Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

What if the seeds of God’s word cannot be wasted?


Wednesday, June 28, 2023

A Welcome Promise 

Matthew 10:40-42

Jesus never sends us out alone. He always comes with us!


Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Evil? I Renounce It! 

Matthew 10:24-39

In today’s gospel, Jesus warns the disciples about what sorts of evil, risks, and divisions may be ahead for them.


Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Assembly Required 

Matthew 9:35—10:8

Many of us are dumbfounded by instructions, even if we have the patience to read them.


Wednesday, June 7, 2023

Desperate Measures Matthew 

9:9-13, 18-26

Today’s gospel features a story within a story, both of women, both restored to life and community.


A Fiercely Tender Love  Mark 1:29-39 Jesus’ power over the demons is so complete that he doesn’t even permit them to speak. What are the dem...